GCI Expansion Project

Genesee Intermediate School District is requesting sealed bids for the GCI Expansion Project, a facility addition at Genesee Career Institute in Flint, Michigan, with bids due October 19, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. The project is subject to Michigan's Prevailing Wage Act (Public Act 10 of 2023) and requires acknowledgment of Addendum No. 05 (issued October 13) and prior addenda (Nos. 02, 03, 04).

The scope comprises 14 separate bid categories covering concrete, masonry, structural steel, carpentry, roofing, windows, gypboard, painting, flooring, fire protection, HVAC, plumbing, electrical work, and sitework. Bid documents are available through BuildingConnected beginning September 28, with additional review at Dodge Reports, Builder's Exchange in Lansing, and the Construction Association of Michigan. A pre-bid conference was held October 5, 2026 at 5081 Torrey Rd, Flint; remote Microsoft Teams participation was available for bid opening.

Bidders must submit lump-sum base bids for applicable categories with allowances for undefined work in carpentry ($10,000), painting ($2,500), and sitework undercutting ($100,000). Mandatory Alternate #3 applies to roofing and sitework demolition. Extra work markups are capped at 15% overhead and profit for trade contractors and 5% for subcontractors. Bids require 5% bid security (bid bond or certified check) and sworn, notarized statements certifying familial relationship disclosures per MCL 380.1267 and non-Iran-linked business status. All bidders must acknowledge receipt of addenda on their proposal form.

Sealed bids are submitted to Genesee Intermediate School District, 2413 Maple Rd, Flint, MI 48507, attention Britt Patterson. Retainage is 10% until substantial completion. The Board of Education reserves the right to reject any or all bids in whole or in part and to award contracts to other than the low bidder. Clark Construction Company serves as Construction Manager; Kingscott Associates, Inc. is the Architect.